Boca Juniors will host Independiente del Valle in the second leg of the knockout stages of Copa Sudamericana on Thursday, 25 July.
With both teams optimistic about their chances of reaching the Round of 16 after a draw in the first leg, who will secure their place in the next stage? Read our Boca Juniors vs Independiente del Valle prediction to learn more about the game.
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Boca Juniors vs Independiente del Valle prediction: Guests to avoid a loss
Key stats
- Boca Juniors have only lost one game in Copa Sudamericana so far.
- Both teams have scored in two of the previous three H2H meetings between these teams.
- We saw both teams score in four of the last seven Independiente del Valle's matches in all competitions.
Correct score prediction: Boca Juniors 2-1 Independiente del Valle
After a scoreless draw in the first leg, we expect a much more interesting rematch, with goals on both sides. We also see Boca Juniors winning the game since they're in good form at the moment, hence our correct score prediction is 2-1.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Bookies backing Boca Juniors
- HOME: 3/4 (1.75) – 57.10%
- DRAW: 5/2 (3.50) – 28.60%
- AWAY: 4/1 (5.00) – 20.00%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
It's obvious from these Boca Juniors vs Independiente del Valle odds that the bookmakers see the hosts as the expected winners in this match, which isn't surprising after they secured a draw away from home in the first leg.
Furthermore, Boca Juniors are in good form at the moment and they'll have the advantage of playing at home. That being said, Independiente del Valle are without a loss in their last five games across the board.
In any case, we expect an interesting duel and if you liked our predictions for it, remember to also look at our top betting tips for today.
Most recent H2Hs: Three meetings so far between these teams
Before their draw in the first leg a week ago, these two teams have met twice in 2016 in Copa Libertadores when they battled for a place in the final. Independiente dell Valle managed to win the tie after winning both of the matches.
Copa Sudamericana 18/07/24
Independiente del Valle
Boca Juniors
Copa Libertadores Qualification 15/07/16
Boca Juniors
Independiente del Valle
Copa Libertadores Qualification 08/07/16
Independiente del Valle
Boca Juniors
Boca Juniors preview: In good form at the moment
With just one loss in their last nine games in all competitions, Boca Juniors have been doing well recently and that includes securing a draw in the first leg of the Copa Sudamericana Round of 32 against Independiente del Valle. The Argentinian team will now look to materialise on that result in the second leg at home.
Meanwhile, Cristian Lema, Marcos Rojo, Nicolas Figal, Luis Advincula, and Marcelo Saracchi are on the team's injury list ahead of this game.
Predicted lineup: Romero (GK), Anselmino, Di Lollo, Valentini, Blanco, J. Ramirez, Delgado, Saralegui, Zeballos, Janson & Cavani
Argentina Liga Profesional 01/09/24
W
Rosario Central
1
Boca Juniors
2
Argentina Liga Profesional 27/08/24
D
Estudiantes LP
1
Boca Juniors
1
Copa Sudamericana 23/08/24
L
Cruzeiro
2
Boca Juniors
1
Argentina Liga Profesional 18/08/24
W
San Lorenzo
2
Boca Juniors
3
Copa Sudamericana 16/08/24
W
Cruzeiro
0
Boca Juniors
1
Independiente del Valle preview: On a good run and hoping for more
While they failed to win the first game against Boca Juniors at home, Independiente del Valle can come into the second leg with optimism given their recent form and five games without a loss in a row. Of course, with Boca Juniors hosting the rematch, Independiente will have a tough task, but they certainly have a chance to get to the next stage.
When it comes to team news, Jose Klinger, Youri Ochoa, Junior Sornoza, and Joan Lopez are out with injuries, while Bryan Garcia is suspended at this time.
Predicted lineup: M. Ramirez (GK), Fernandez, Carabajal, Schunke, Caicedo, Paez, Ortiz, Mercado, Hoyos, Lopez & Medina
Copa Sudamericana 25/07/24
L
Boca Juniors
1
Independiente del Valle
0
Copa Sudamericana 18/07/24
D
Boca Juniors
0
Independiente del Valle
0
Ecuador LigaPro Serie A 02/06/24
W
Orense
0
Independiente del Valle
1
Copa Libertadores 30/05/24
W
Liverpool Montevideo
1
Independiente del Valle
2
Ecuador LigaPro Serie A 26/05/24
W
Macara
0
Independiente del Valle
1
Player to watch: Miguel Merentiel
With two goals in Primera Division and one in Copa Sudamericana, Merentiel is one of Boca's top goalscorers so far and he'll be their player to watch against Independiente del Valle too.
